Perhaps you have read about the couple that has been going through a divorce for the past 12 years and it’s still not final. He’s 79 and she’s 74. They have gone through numerous attorneys and judges during this time. Emotions are charged; they are frayed. Even though the couple still battle in court over… Continue reading →
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Juvenile crimes
When children make mistakes it can seriously impact their options in the future. Most juvenile cases are handled in the Family Court system, not in the criminal court. The court focuses on guiding the child to a better future. Crimes that children participate in include: Drug possession Graffiti Vandalism Assault Robbery Burglary Criminal mischief An… Continue reading →
Child custody battles
Unfortunately, child custody battles are often part of a bitter divorce. Are you and your soon-to-be spouse battling for child custody? If the two of you cannot reach an amicable agreement, be prepared to enter a court room. The judge will make the agreement for you. Today, the mother does not always get custody of… Continue reading →
Establishing child support
The law requires both parents to provide, both financially and emotionally, to the raising of their children. The process of establishing child support payments often causes anxiety and frustration for parents going through the divorce process. Courts pay special attention to child support because they take the role of protecting children very seriously. In most… Continue reading →
Relocation & child custody
People move all the time – for all different reasons. Sometimes it is a new job or perhaps for just a change of scenery. Moves aren’t a problem for many people, but for divorced parents, things can become complicated. Moving to another city or state may have a big impact on your child custody or… Continue reading →
What is contempt of court?
Going through a divorce is probably the most devastating event two people can go through. It’s not only dissolving an emotional relationship between two people, but it’s also splitting up a family. It requires numerous determinations regarding child custody, support, and property and asset division. Contempt of court comes into play when one party does… Continue reading →
Domestic violence and child custody
Are you being abused by your spouse? If so, it is hard not to feel angry and resentful. Do you wonder why you have stayed with your spouse for this long? Under California law, domestic violence is a crime that is taken very seriously. California Family Code Section 6211 states, “Domestic violence is abuse perpetrated… Continue reading →
Parenting time modification
Everyone goes through changes in their life. But when a change is so great that you need a modification in your parenting time, this can result in a stressful time. Parenting time schedules are made in accordance with the best interest of the child. Reasons that can result in a parenting time modification include: ·… Continue reading →
Establishing parental rights
When a couple has a child and they are not married, oftentimes paternity is in question. Before formulating orders for child support, custody or visitation rights, a family law judge will want to be sure that paternity is established. When a child is born to a married couple, it is presumed that her husband is… Continue reading →
Can a custody arrangement be changed?
Every couple thinks they will live happily ever after when they say the words, “I do”. But what happens if one of the parties decides he or she doesn’t want to be married anymore and asks for a divorce? What happens if there is a child involved? If both parties agree to a divorce, things… Continue reading →
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